Where Dogs Go To LIVE!: Inspiring Stories of Hospice Dogs Living in the Moment

How sad it would have been had Cole disappeared into that dark room in the back of the shelter, alone and frightened, as if he never existed. This is often the fate of dogs afflicted with medical issues. Cole, a senior dog with cancer, was discarded by his owner, much like throwing away an old pair of shoes. 

In 2015, Michele and Jeff Allen said enough is enough and started Monkey’s House a Dog Hospice & Sanctuary. Celebrating the beauty each dog has to offer, they have welcomed over 100 hospice dogs into their home. Thankfully, Cole was rescued by Monkey’s House and experienced his final chapter of life filled with dignity and love.

This book highlights 37 of the dogs that have called Monkey’s House home. Share in their journeys, laugh at their crazy antics, and shed a few tears while witnessing miracles of transformation. Rejoice along with these dogs, knowing they experienced the greatest gift of all, the healing power of love.

The Allens and Best Chapter Publishing are donating a portion of the proceeds from Where Dogs Go to LIVE to Monkey’s House a Dog Hospice & Sanctuary, a nonprofit organization.

"A must-have book for every dog lover's shelf... you'll quickly see that a dog hospice is not a sad place... it is an oasis of compassion, kindness, meaning, and love."~Laura T. Coffey, author of the national best seller, My Old Dog: Rescued Pets with Remarkable Second Acts.  "Where Dogs Go to Live provides a glimpse into the joy, happiness, and innumerable life lessons learned by living with and loving dogs." ~Karen Shaw Becker, wellness veterinarian "An inspiring and heart-warming book that needs to be read by every dog lover."~Rodney Habib, Founder Planet Paws  "This beautiful and heartwarming book is exactly what we all need during difficult times. A must read for every dog lover!"~Dr. Peter Dobias, DVM, Founder and CEO, Dr. Dobias Healing Solutions, Inc. 

"The stories in this book will deeply touch your heart... reads like a Chicken Soup for the Soul® book."~Jack Canfield, Coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul   "Heartwarming, hopeful, funny, uplifting... that these amazing people 'get it.' And that's what I suggest you do with this book, run out and 'get it.'"~David Rosenfelt, author of Dogtripping and Lessons from Tara "I started reading this book during Covid-19... it was the book I needed! Uplifting stories of dogs and people and of love, kindness, and second chances."~Sherri Franklin, Founder and CEO Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, CNN Top10 Hero 2016   "A fabulous resource for anyone with a senior dog as well as a heartwarming read for anyone who loves animals!" ~Dr. M. Noelle Knight, VMD, PhD 

"Many over-the-top ways in which these dogs slated for death often return to vibrant living are included... but the Allens don't stop there. Field trips and emotional care are also high priority. All rescues should aspire to this level of care."~Judy Morgan, DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT, Chief Medical Officer, Monkey's House

"Watching the joy of a dog's 'new life' blossoming before our eyes drives all involved in senior dog rescue and hospice. Where Dogs Go to Live expresses this very well and hopefully will inspire others." ~Judith and Lee Piper, Founders, Old Dog Haven 

"This book is welcome as it sheds the light on love and respect for an animal in its older years." 
~Joseph S Bonsall, member of the Oak Ridge Boys and Country Music Hall of Fame

Jeff Allen is the cofounder of Monkey's House, a Dog Hospice & Sanctuary, est. 2015. He leads a duel life helping people and dogs alike as a manager in Human Resources at a pharmaceutical company and by running Monkey's House (www.monkeyshouse.org) with his wife, Michele Allen, member of the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care and a 2017 CNN Hero recipient. Their sanctuary has been recognized for its outstanding work saving and caring for hospice dogs and was awarded Rescue of the Year in 2017 by World Dog Expo. Living a life among twenty-five hospice dogs has given Jeff the experience and hands-on knowledge you can't find in a book. He and Michele live in Southern New Jersey with their pack of furry kids.